6 Questions
Which polysaccharide is the main component of plant cell walls?
Cellulose
What is the function of pectin in fruits?
To loosen the cells and make the fruit softer
What is the main function of plastids in plant cells?
To carry out specialized functions in the cell
The cellulose of plant cell walls is commercially important as the main component of ______, cotton, flax, hemp, and wood.
paper
Aside from cellulose, the secondary walls usually contain ______, a complex organic compound that adds hardness and rigidity to cell walls.
lignin
The cell wall remains intact even after the rest of the cell has died as in the case of cork cells that make up the wood of trees, plant fibers, and ______.
nut shells
Test your knowledge on the composition of plant cells with this quiz! Learn about the role of pectin in fruit ripening and the composition of primary and secondary cell walls. Challenge yourself with questions on cellulose and the structure of soft plant tissues like leaf blades and flower petals. Perfect for biology enthusiasts and students!
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